03/02/2025
After watching Mufasa: The Lion King, I’ve seen many people argue that Taka (Scar) wasn’t evil or that Mufasa betrayed him. But let’s be real—if you’ve watched the movie closely, it’s clear that Taka’s downfall was driven by his own choices, fueled by the toxic seed planted in him by his father, Obasi.
Obasi, a weak and manipulative king, created the foundation of Taka’s hatred and insecurity. He told Taka that Mufasa would betray him one day, and when Taka saw Mufasa with Sarabi, that seed of hatred blossomed into full-blown envy. Instead of teaching Taka to be strong and wise, Obasi did nothing to prepare him for the challenges of leadership. A king like Obasi had no business leading a pride.
Obasi’s failure as a king is undeniable. Despite his fierce appearance, he was powerless—a lion who couldn’t even protect his pride. With all the male lions and lionesses beside him, he still couldn’t defeat Kiros. How can a king call himself the protector of his pride when he couldn’t even save them? Worse still, he allowed Eshe, his loyal queen who trained Mufasa and cared for him to die. Watching Obasi’s incompetence made me happy when Kiros ended his existence. A king who brings nothing but weakness and deceit has no business sitting on the throne.
On the other hand, Mufasa’s journey was different. Despite being cast aside, he was mentored by Eshe, who trained him not just in physical strength but also in wisdom and courage. Mufasa grew into a powerful lion, ready to protect and lead, even saving Eshe and Sarabi at one point—something Taka was too cowardly to do. Mufasa always tried to support his brother and even encouraged Taka to pursue Sarabi, but destiny had other plans. Sarabi and Mufasa were meant to be together, and instead of accepting this, Taka let jealousy consume him.
Taka’s one moment of courage which was saving Mufasa—was filled with contradiction. He wasn’t driven by love but by hesitation and confusion. His heart was torn between saving Mufasa and killing him. This moment defines Taka’s tragic character: a lion who could have been more but chose to let hatred destroy him.
Mufasa on the other hand, embodies what it means to be a true king. He fought for Milele, a land with no king, and claimed it through bravery, strength, and selflessness. Taka, on the other hand, brought nothing but destruction and trouble. Leadership isn’t about entitlement or inheritance; it’s about action, courage, and wisdom. Taka king? In which land? Does Taka know anything about milele, it was Mufasa that brought him there, obasi his father never believed milele existed... He can only be king in his father's pride not in milele, he brought trouble to milele and Mufasa fought for it and he's a made king ❤️❤️❤️❤️
Milele shows us that leadership isn’t about entitlement—it’s about earning the respect of others and proving your worth. Mufasa proved his, while Taka became the opposite: a symbol of what happens when you let envy and hatred rule your heart.
Mufasa: The Lion King is more than a story about lions; it’s a lesson about courage, destiny, and the dangers of harboring resentment. Mufasa is a king in every sense of the word, while Taka’s choices turned him into a villain.
Let’s learn from this—true strength lies in selflessness, preparation, and the ability to overcome personal insecurities. Kings aren’t born; they’re made through action and character.
What are your thoughts on Mufasa: The Lion King?